This memoir and manifesto--at turns thoughtful, raw, and even incendiary--offers an insider's glimpse into the spirits industry, from the country's foremost expert on sustainable, responsibly-sourced, and grower-produced spirits. Thaddeus Vogler is one of the most important people in the beverage industry today: a man on a mission to bring -grower spirits---spirits with provenance, made in the traditional way by individuals rather than by mass conglomerates--to the public eye. By the Smoke and the Smell is Vogler's remarkable debut. This book will completely change the way Americans think about and buy spirits. Alternately humorous and heartfelt, Vogler's memoir will inspire readers not only to look at their liquor bottle's labels more closely, but also to seek out wonderful and wonderfully made products.

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“It’s apparently not enough that Thad Vogler runs two of the best cocktail programs in the nation. With this book, he proves he’s also a talented writer and storyteller. A necessary book at a critical time, By the Smoke & the Smell is principled, impassioned, frank, funny and more than a little cranky, and all the better for it.”— Robert Simonson, author of A Proper Drink

“I have always admired Thad and his purist’s pursuit of artisan-made spirits. He is an explorer at heart, and a natural-born teacher we all can learn from.” —Alice Waters

“By the Smoke & the Smell is Adventures on the Wine Route on a globe-trotting bender. Vogler’s journey offers a timely, passionate counter to the commercialism that has threatened to disconnect the spirits we drink from the people, agricultural products, and places they come from. It is a raw look at the business of spirits and the real meaning of ‘artisanship,’ and a must-read for anyone in search of a truer taste of the world’s great distillates.”—Talia Baiocchi, editor-in-chief of PUNCH

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THADDEUS VOGLER is the owner of Trou Normand and the James Beard Award-winning Bar Agricole in San Francisco. For nearly two decades, he worked to design, open, and manage the bars at more than 20 top Bay Area venues. In 2011, Vogler was named one of Forbes magazine's most interesting people. A global authority on craft spirits, he is consulted regularly by national and global press including the New York Times, Der Spiegel, the Washington Post, Sunset, Bon Appetit, and the Wall Street Journal. He has worked with numerous world-famous restaurateurs including Alice Waters, Charles Phan, and Francis Ford Coppola.

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5,0 su 5 stelleA rare tour of the spirits world

DaHarold B. Spenceril 24 settembre 2017 - Pubblicato su Amazon.com

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I’m interested in food sourcing and loved this book. In a thoroughly original voice, Thad Vogler takes us on a rollicking tour of old-time spirits making, which he makes clear has as much to do with the land and people as with the distilling. Whether a layman like me or an expert in the subject, readers will enjoy Vogler’s highly readable book. One thing’s for sure. Readers will come away knowing that spirits are a food and in the world of global standardization, it’s time to pay attention.

5,0 su 5 stelle"Tasting spirits is similar to choosing music. Arriving at a decision is a bit of a mystical process."

DaBobbie McMonagleil 25 settembre 2017 - Pubblicato su Amazon.com

Thad Vogler's memoir of his travels and travails as he searches for the source of distilled spirits created in the original and purest forms will make you thirst for more. He shares his vast knowledge as well as his personal doubts and sensitivities about the bar business with his readers. He travels with three characters who are farcical, charming and sometimes annoying. They make the reader chuckle and feel sympathetic toward Vogler at the same time. If you would like to increase your knowledge of how some of the most exquisite distilled liquors in the world are created and which types to chose for your own enjoyment, then read this excellent narrative. As Mr. Vogler states, "For me the issue is not political; it's spiritual. This book is not a polemic argument. It's a love letter or a treasure map guiding you to some of the most beautiful liquids this world has to offer."

5,0 su 5 stelleFunny, poignant, passionate and informative journey through the eyes of a master storyteller!

DaHeidi Hammelil 23 settembre 2017 - Pubblicato su Amazon.com

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Loved this funny, poignant, passionate and informative journey through the eyes of a master storyteller! I carved out an afternoon at the beach to immerse myself in this story that isn't only about the world of spirits, but the strong ties of friendship, camaraderie and a passion to find those special spirits that have been cultivated by families with stories to tell and food to share! Appreciate the emphasis of your journeys to find those gems that embody the best spirit of "farm to table" in the cocktail world. I feel that I know all of the travelers and had many laugh out loud moments. I've already recommended it to several colleagues whom also appreciate the depth and history of their spirits. Great job Thad!

This was a great read. Informative, funny, and (now, I'm convinced) important. I learned a lot about spirits (though not too technical), and also a lot about the interesting people behind them and the culture and history of places they come from. Some beautiful personal narrative from the author as well, who has clearly devoted his life & passion to this topic. If you liked Omnivore's Dilemma, you'll like this.

I loved this book! Thought-provoking. It is way more than a book about liquor. It is an engaging, poetic story with beautifully drawn characters and good human drama. The author's voice is funny and brutally honest. His aim to find the people and the products that preserve a true, pure sense of place is a heartening, worth-while endeavor. It has deeply affected how I think about and buy booze.